Nintendo 3DS · 2012
Professor Layton vs. Ace Attorney
A crossover visual novel that pairs Layton-style puzzles with Ace Attorney courtroom trials in the mystical city of Labyrinthia.
- Publisher
- Level-5
- Format
- Game card
- Genre
- visual novel
- Released
- 2012
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Overview
Professor Layton and his apprentice Luke are drawn into Labyrinthia, a medieval town where a young woman is accused of witchcraft. There they join forces with Phoenix Wright and Maya Fey, alternating between puzzle-based investigation and courtroom cross-examination. The game blends the two series with fully voiced cutscenes and a story that hinges on both detective work and legal strategy.
02
Why it matters
It is the first title to merge the Professor Layton and Ace Attorney worlds, introducing group cross-examinations that later influenced subsequent Ace Attorney games. Its fully voiced presentation also marked a shift toward animated cutscenes in the courtroom series.
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The physical edition
A typical retail 3DS copy includes a game card in a plastic case plus a paper sleeve, with an instruction booklet or quick-start guide depending on the region. Contents and packaging details vary by market, so confirm the exact edition and package contents before buying.
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Playing it today
The game runs on any Nintendo 3DS, 2DS, New 3DS, or New 2DS system. Because 3DS eShop purchases ended in 2023, physical game cards remain a straightforward way to play the title.